Welder - Metalico
Buffalo, NY 14210
About the Job
JOB TITLE: Welder
REPORTS TO: Ferrous Operations Manager
JOB TYPE: Full-time, Non-Exempt
LOCATION: Metalico Buffalo (127 Fillmore Ave, Buffalo NY 14210)
HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm
COMPENSATION: $20-22/hour, based on experience and skills.
REPORTS TO: Ferrous Operations Manager
JOB TYPE: Full-time, Non-Exempt
LOCATION: Metalico Buffalo (127 Fillmore Ave, Buffalo NY 14210)
HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm
COMPENSATION: $20-22/hour, based on experience and skills.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the skilled Welder position is to cut and join metals and other materials in-house or at customer sites, using appropriate equipment to repair or assemble metal containers or parts with a great deal of precision.
The purpose of the skilled Welder position is to cut and join metals and other materials in-house or at customer sites, using appropriate equipment to repair or assemble metal containers or parts with a great deal of precision.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Competent in using equipment following all safety precautions.
- A steady hand and great attention to detail.
- Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.
- Read drawings and take or read measurements to plan and execute design.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specifications. (e.g., cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions. (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Change and build up shear blades on mobile shears.
- Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the supervisor/manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience as welder.
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures.
- Experience in using electrical or manual tools. (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing. (face-shield, gloves etc.)
- Deftness and attention to detail.
- Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program, a plus.
- Professional Certification (e.g., an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus.
BENEFITS:
- Medical / Dental (70% employer paid).
- Vision Insurance (Out of pocket).
- Flexible Spending Account (Out of pocket).
- 401(k) (2.5% Company Match).
- Aflac Services (Out of pocket).
- Life insurance (25k policy, employer paid).
- 8.5 Paid Holidays.
- Employee Referral $1000.
- Annual Safety Toed Boot Reimbursement $150.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick time.
Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Metalico, Inc.
Metalico is a leading full-service, broadly diversified scrap metal recycler, principally operating in the Northeastern United States. Our scrap operations source, buy, process, and sell four distinct groups of commodity metals for use in the manufacture of new products:
- We recycle scrap steel and iron, which is sold primarily to domestic mills and foundries.
- We recycle non-ferrous metals, principally aluminum, copper, lead, and nickel-based steel and high temperature alloys.
These products are sold to domestic manufacturers and, to a lesser extent, to the export markets. Metalico today employs 500 people in 23 operating locations across 6 states. Metalico is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey.
About Metalico:
Metalico is a leading full-service, broadly diversified scrap metal recycler, principally operating in the Northeastern United States. Our scrap operations source, buy, process, and sell four distinct groups of commodity metals for use in the manufacture of new products:We recycle scrap steel and iron, which is sold primarily to domestic mills and foundries.We recycle non-ferrous metals, principally aluminum, copper, lead, and nickel-based steel and high temperature alloys.These products are sold to domestic manufacturers and, to a lesser extent, to the export markets. Metalico today employs 600 people in 27 operating locations across 6 states. Metalico is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey.
Source : Metalico
